Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Santa Fe, New Mexico
CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Scientist - Lab)

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Summary

• Analyze specimens according to section procedures and policies, ensuring sample appropriateness.
• Accurately perform test procedures, confirm unusual results, and review/report all results per laboratory policy to support accurate patient assessments.

Work Schedule

• Shift: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Days: Tuesday through Saturday
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, Saturdays
• On Call Requirement: No
• Floating Requirement: Yes, may need to adjust schedule based on skill set

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) certification with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• Medical Technologist experience
• Proficient in laboratory equipment operation

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Routine exposure to bloodborne pathogens and potentially infectious materials
• Use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, lab coat, facemask, and goggles required
• Exposure to carcinogenic, hazardous, flammable chemicals, biohazardous and radioactive materials, sharp instruments, toxic fumes, and mental stress
• May be required to work beyond standard shift hours due to workload, staffing, or equipment issues
• Ability to stand, sit, or ambulate for entire shift
• Ability to move laboratory supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.